2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 199 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SLR McLaren | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |